It shall be unlawful for any person, group, or organization
to hold a circus, carnival, or tent show without first obtaining a
permit from the city. This section shall not apply to funeral processions,
school functions such as pep rallies, fundraisers, marching bands,
etc., provided such conduct is under the immediate direction and supervision
of appropriate school authorities or a government agency.
(2001 Code, sec. 110.01)
After completion of his investigation, the city secretary shall
make a recommendation to the mayor regarding approval of the permit.
The mayor shall then approve or disapprove the permit. If approved,
the city secretary shall then issue a permit to the applicant. If
disapproved, the applicant may appeal such decision to the city council.
An appeal fee as provided for in the fee schedule shall be paid to
the city secretary prior to the city council hearing the appeal to
partially defer the administrative cost of handling the appeal. If
the city council approves the application for a permit, the city secretary
shall then issue a permit to the applicant.
(2001 Code, sec. 110.04)
It shall be unlawful for any person participating in any parade
for which a permit hereunder has been issued to fail to comply with
all directions and conditions of such permit and all applicable laws
and ordinances.
(2001 Code, sec. 110.05)